bipolar disorders

She's Been There

...  been there Psychiatrist Kay Redfield Jamison speaks about bipolar disorders with an unusual perspective — that of one who has suffered its devastating effects, as well as one who has treated those who are suffering from it. Jamison will be the featured speaker … Read more on Frederick News Post (subscription) Coakley tours Taunton State Hospital, pledges to keep mental health care … She said it is crucial that the state provide a variety of treatment options for people with mental illness, from outpatient to court-ordered to residential ...

Senator Stabenow Champions Mental Health Care Initiative in Congress

...  Stabenow champions mental health care initiative in Congress Diabetes and bipolar disorders are both chemical imbalances in different parts of the body. Both deserve treatment. People deserve to be able to get effective treatment for both. Both are treatable–both are treatable. The same is true for schizophrenia … Read more on GroundReport The Drugging of the American Boy They can bring on a bipolar condition in a child who didn't exhibit any symptoms of such a disorder before taking stimulants. They are associated with "new or worse aggressive ...

Police Program Helps Mentally Ill Seek Treatment

...  program helps mentally ill seek treatment "I have clinical depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders. The sunshine and music and being around good people really help me." Historically, Springfield Police didn't always know how to interact with people who are mentally ill. "If they are involved … Read more on KSPR Forest Labs, Richter Report Positive Cariprazine Results The agency in November acknowledged that the drug "clearly demonstrated effectiveness in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania associated with bipolar disorder," but it sought ...

Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depressive Disorder) | Overview & Symptoms

  Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depressive Disorder) | Overview & Symptoms – General overview of bipolar disorder (manic depressive disorder) including some symptoms of depression and mania, and how they apply to me. Bipolar disorder …   by Shemp65 Why Is Lithium NOT The Go To Drug For Bipolar Disorder Anymore? Although roughly a dozen drugs are approved to treat bipolar mania and prevent or delay the onset of manic or depressive episodes, in many ways, lithium stands alone. Psychiatrists often turn to lithium—usually given as the salt lithium carbonate—as … Read more on PsychCentral.com (blog) Read more... ...

Bipolar Treatment: Patient Non-Compliance

  Bipolar Treatment: Patient Non-Compliance – Some bipolar patients are non-compliant in their bipolar treatment and that’s a big problem. HealthyPlace.com Medical Director, Dr. Harry Croft, discusses bi…   INSIDE THE TORI SPELLING REHAB DRAMA 9, Tori and Dean quietly slipped out of the Grand View House, which treats alcohol and drug addiction and is associated with a facility for psychological and personality disorders, depression and bipolar disorder. Only a few weeks earlier, the couple's … Read more on The National Enquirer Read more... ...

Alcohol Treatment Centre: Be Strong and Build Your Life Once Again With Canada Treatment Centre

by wannaoreo We admit that it takes a lot of guts and determination to own up that one has a problem with substance or alcohol abuse. No matter what stage you are in or how deep the effects of abuse are at the moment, there is still hope for you or someone you know. Even if you have tried rehab before and it didn’t work, don’t give up, today we shall tell you how recovery happens at the Canada treatment center. When you do walk into one of the treatment center Canada has to offer, then there would be a feeling of hesitation and resistance, which is all too normal. This would be overcome by taking lessons in how to beat the challenge and cope along with constructive ways on improving your condition. Read more... ...

Do Mood Stabilizers Help in the Process of Quitting Smoking?

Question by White Magic: Do mood stabilizers help in the process of quitting smoking? I take lamotrigine for manic-depressive illness and I was curious if this medication might make quitting smoking a bit easier. I was considering taking a tiny bit more during the quitting process…What do you think? Best answer: Read more... ...